Bodegas Hidalgo
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Asuncion Oloroso Pedro Ximénez
Olorosos are white wines aged for so long in solera oak casks that they turn mahogany in color, but the real transformation occurs in the aromas and the palate. The NV Oloroso Asunción is a perfect example. Made from 100% Pedro Ximénez from Montilla-Moriles, it offers nutty aromas of sautéed almonds and saffron, along with undergrowth and caramel notes. Dry, lean and overwhelmingly chalky on the palate, it finishes long and persistent. This is a very impressive wine—a perfect contrast of dryness and richness with a refreshing core. (Joaquín Hidalgo, Vinous, September 2024)
— 8 months ago
Bodegas Alejandro Fernández
Tinto Pesquera Crianza Ribera del Duero Tempranillo 2020
The 2020 Crianza is a 100% Tempranillo from Pesquera del Duero. Aged for 14 months in American oak barrels, it's garnet-red with a purple sheen. The nose offers strawberry, herb, undergrowth and oak aromas. Dry and taut on the palate with finely-grained tannins and a compact profile, this is a flavorful example of a Ribera red. (Joaquín Hidalgo, Vinous, November 2023)
— a year ago
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Solera 1830 Montilla-Moriles Pedro Ximénez
In the world of wine, some are commonplace while others are truly unique. The NV Solera 1830 is firmly in the latter category. This 100% Pedro Ximénez has been aging since the 19th century, resulting in a concentration and richness that command full attention. With a syrupy texture, this rich and sweet wine delivers nuanced, clean aromas of herbs and spices, accompanied by creamy caramel notes. Complex and long-lasting, its umami-driven palate is best experienced firsthand. (Joaquín Hidalgo, Vinous, September 2024)
— 8 months ago
Emilio Hidalgo
Gobernador Oloroso Jerez-Xérès-Sherry Palomino Fino
Delicious, I found a special taste, a great personality. Booked in my wine list. — 9 months ago
Bodegas Hidalgo la Gitana
Pastrana Single Vineyard Manzanilla Pasada Palomino
Single vineyard: Pastrana.
Aged for over 12 years in old American casks.
This manzanilla, from the south of Spain, paired with top quality (canned) anchovies, from the north of Spain, are a match made in heaven. — a year ago
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Solera 1927 Montilla-Moriles Pedro Ximénez
The NV Solera 1927 is a sun-dried Pedro Ximénez wine sourced from Sierra de Montilla. Aged for 20 years in a very old solera, this mahogany-colored wine offers aromas of caramel, saffron and tar, along with licorice and herbal notes. Very sweet and concentrated, the palate reveals a wild herb core with a balanced and potent mouthfeel. Despite its sweetness, it maintains balance with a warm, rich heart—a unique sip from Montilla. (Joaquín Hidalgo, Vinous, September 2024)
— 8 months ago
Bodegas El Nido
Clio Jumilla Monastrell-Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2020
The 2020 Clio is a blend of 70% Monastrell and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from the Zingla Vineyard, which was planted in 1936 in Jumilla. Aged for 22 months in French and American oak barrels, this garnet wine unfolds in the glass with ripe black fruit and dried fruit notes, layered with herbal and oaky nuances and a prominent vanilla tone. Indulgent and bold, the rich palate features a velvety, overwhelming mouthfeel. This is a ripe, concentrated red born under the Mediterranean sun. (Joaquín Hidalgo, Vinous, September 2024)
— 8 months ago
Pago de los Capellanes
Tinto Crianza Ribera del Duero Tempranillo Blend 2020
The 2020 Crianza is 100% Tempranillo from Pedrosa del Duero in Ribera del Duero. Garnet-red with a purple sheen. The nose presents blackcurrant and sour cherry notes along with wild herbs and hints of blood. Dry and juicy, the well-calibrated tannins are neither overly extractive nor too rigid, establishing an energetic, fluid palate with a gentle, long-lasting, lactic mouthfeel. This is an elegant take on Ribera. (Joaquín Hidalgo, Vinous, November 2023)
— a year ago
romo
Brown sugar, how come you taste so good? — 21 days ago